Leilany Morris
Yucaipa
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Specialist with a proven track record at San Bernardino City Unified School District, enhancing student learning through individualized education plans and effective behavior management strategies. Skilled in crisis intervention and parent-teacher collaboration, I foster supportive environments that promote academic success and social skills development for diverse learners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Specialist
San Bernardino City Unified School District
07.2017 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student learning by developing and implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing proactive strategies and clear expectations for all students.
- Advocated for students'' rights and needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations in all school settings.
- Kept meticulous records of student performance and progress reports for accurate documentation purposes.
- Coordinated services among various professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists to ensure holistic support for students.
- Provided specialized instruction in various subjects, adapting teaching methods and materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess students'' needs, develop interventions, and monitor progress for improved outcomes.
- Served as case manager overseeing the development implementation monitoring evaluation of IEPs ensuring legal compliance.
- Led professional development workshops on special education topics for fellow educators increasing their understanding of best practices.
- Developed data-driven intervention strategies using assessment results to inform instructional decisions.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a supportive community for academic success.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA06-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
California State University of San Bernardino
San Bernardino05-2015
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio
San Bernardino06-2010
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Social skills development
- Collaborative teaching
- Sensory integration strategies
- Crisis intervention training
- English language learner support
- Behavior management strategies
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Individualized education plans
- Autism spectrum
- Classroom management
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Special Education Department Demonstration teacher for lower grade SDC at SBCUSD.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Specialist
San Bernardino City Unified School District
07.2017 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
California State University of San Bernardino
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio
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